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What is Transactional Analysis? (TA)

These pages are intended to offer basic introductory information about some of the concepts developed within Transactional Analysis. They do not form a substitute for undertaking TA training.

To become Certified as a qualified Transactional Analyst takes around four years, and to become a trainer of Transactional Analysts takes an average of a further five years.

However, TA concepts can be, and are used on an everyday basis for personal and professional development. We would recommend undertaking the Official Introductory Course in Transactional Analysis - the "TA 101".

An Introduction

Transactional Analysis is a theory developed by Dr. Eric Berne in the 1950's. Originally trained in psychoanalysis, Berne wanted a theory which could be understood and available to everyone and began to develop what came to be called Transactional Analysis (TA).

A Social Psychology
TA is a social psychology and a method to improve communication. It outlines how we have developed into who we are, how we relate and communicate with others, and offers suggestions and interventions which will enable us to change and grow. TA is underpinned by the philosophy that:

  • people can change
  • we all have a right to be in the world and be accepted
TA is now gathering worldwide attention
Once slighted as a simplistic model, TA is now gathering worldwide attention. It originally suffered much from the popularised writings in the 1960's. Also, summarised explanations, such as this, which can necessarily only touch briefly on some of the concepts in TA, led some readers to believe that there was very little to the theory. Many did not realise how long and complex TA training is. Today there is greater understanding of TA. More and more people are taking the four to five year part-time training courses to qualify, and increasingly universities are accrediting these courses for masters degrees. Those taking training include psychiatrists, organisational and management consultants, teachers, social workers, designers, engineers and the clergy. Today TA is used in psychotherapy, organisations, educational and religious settings.
TA is truly an international theory relating to a diverse range of cultures. Theoretical concepts within the TA world are constantly being challenged and developed making it a rich dynamic process. However, TA continues to develop and change, paralleling the processes we encourage in ourselves and others. Use the links on the lower left hand side of this section of the website to explore some of the key concepts.

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